Roof Panel Replacement Panel

1. The roof outer panel assembly is composed of sheet molded comount (SMC). It attaches to the steel roof structure with urethane adhesive. Repair of the roof outer panel assembly can be performed using conventional procedures.

Important: When cutting use care to protect the adjacent panels, the glass, the weather-strip and the moldings.

2. Using the Chicago pneumatic knife with a panel blade, cut roof outer panel 76 mm (3 in) from edges and lift off.
3. With a Chicago pneumatic knife with a urethane blade or service wire or Equalizer Magnum, cut the urethane adhesive and remove remaining roof outer panel.
4. Remove all loose or damaged urethane as necessary.

1. Temporarily set the new roof outer panel into place and check alignment.
2. Remove the roof outer panel and set aside.

Important: Do not prime over remaining urethane adhesive.

3. Apply urethane adhesive GM P/N 12346284 approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) in diameter around the perimeter of the roof outer panel.
4. With the aid of a helper install new roof outer panel and press firmly to set adhesive.
5. Install surrounding weather-strips and moldings while the roof outer panel cures.